The Social Worker Who's Breaking Up The Burn Out Cycle with Helen Malinowski | 254

n this episode of the Fearless Happiest Podcast, host Max speaks with Helen Malinowski, a trauma therapist specializing in clinician burnout. Helen shares her journey into therapy, the challenges she faced, and the importance of self-care and community support for clinicians. They discuss the impact of burnout, the discovery of somatic therapies, and practical strategies for maintaining mental health in the helping profession. The conversation emphasizes the need for clinicians to prioritize their well-being to effectively support their clients. In this conversation, Helen Malinowski discusses the irreplaceable role of human connection in therapy, emphasizing that while AI can assist, it cannot replicate the emotional presence of a therapist. The importance of self-care for clinicians is highlighted, as they often prioritize their clients' needs over their own. Helen also shares insights on fearlessness and happiness, suggesting that true contentment comes from being present in the moment. The discussion concludes with a focus on the wisdom of listening to one's body and the significance of integrating personal experiences into therapeutic practices.Website: https://somaticintegratedinstitute.orgEmail: info@somaticintegratedinstitute.orgInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/somaticinformedtherapies/?hl=enSpecial offer: https://www.flourishingpractice.org/fearlesshappynessFor More From Sober Coach/Substance Abuse Counselor Max Njist, visitMaxNijst.org